Sushma Pradhan, MBBS
My specialties:
- Pediatrics
Professional interests:
- Obesity prevention and management
- Asthma
- Allergies
- Adolescent physical and mental health
- Common illnesses in children
- Well-child exams
- Adolescent Health
- Preventive care
I am a board-certified pediatrician with professional interests in obesity prevention and management, asthma, allergies, adolescent physical and mental health, common illnesses in children, well-child exams, adolescent health and preventive care.
I'm passionate about: preventive care. As a pediatrician, I have a strong role in educating children and families to chose healthy lifestyle options.
If I wasn't a provider, I would be a: chef.
My favorite destination is: the Smokey Mountains. There are breathtaking views and beautiful hiking trails.
I knew I wanted to become a physician: at an early age. A little guidance from my grandmother helped me make my career choice.
Something I've learned from my patients is: to listen carefully to every parent. Since they know their child best, I involve the family in the decision-making regarding the health of their child.
One of the challenges of my career that I enjoy is: that every child is different, and every treatment plan has to be unique to fit the needs of each child.
My personal health goal is: to exercise five to six days a week.
My best health advice is to: take small steps toward achieving your health goals.
I am most proud of: my twin girls.
I'm proud to have achieved: completing my first handmade quilt.
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Credentials
- MBBS
Board-certified specialties
- Pediatrics
Personal interests
- Cooking
- Travel
Educational institutions
- Mumbai University, India
- Government Medical College, Miraj, India
Memberships
- American Academy of Pediatrics
Residencies
- USA Children’s and Women’s Hospital, Mobile, AL
Years of experience
- 19
Hospital affiliations
- Buffalo Hospital
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- Medicaid/Medicare
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